Art Work | Oil on Canvas | The Red Velvet Sunday

Oil on Canvas, C. 1959 

Collection of: James M. Dignon

From: Pawnal, Vermont

Her pearls and the neatly kept pasture behind her suggest adherence to tradition, yet the glint in her eyes and the subtle curve of her mouth reveal a spirited personality beneath her composed exterior. Painted with a restrained palette against a dark background, the work draws the viewer’s attention to a single accent of rich velvet at her collar—a touch of softness in an otherwise formal composition. Local accounts describe her as a woman who managed the family farm with quiet authority while maintaining a sharp wit and lively sense of humor, often surprising visitors with her keen observations.

Measurements: 30” x 40”